2003 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1986 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2003 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 De Tomaso Guara (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1986 Opel Kadett. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 155 kg more than 1986 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Kadett. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
2003 De Tomaso Guara | 1986 Opel Kadett | |
Make | De Tomaso | Opel |
Model | Guara | Kadett |
Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |